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Authors: Denise Brennan-Nelson and Rosemarie Brennan Illustrator: Cyd Moore (on JOMB) Published: 2008 Sleeping Bear Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 1585363421 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Seething stringency and constant condemnation prove no match for good-natured self worth in this uplifting story of creativity, individuality and respect. Maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks! Other books mentioned: I Love You Stinky Face Cassandra’s Angel Free Play More creativity on JOMB: Scribble A Bird About to Sing Emma’s Rug Go to Bed, Monster! The Puddle Pail Iggy Peck, Architect More independent thinkers on JOMB: Odd Velvet Suki’s Kimono Ruby’s Wish Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick more here.

Author: Peggy Rathmann Illustrator: Peggy Rathmann Published: 1991 Scholastic (on JOMB) ISBN: 0590474235 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Spare, natural dialogue, carefully chosen details and keenly expressive illustrations keep us alternately giggling and cringing at the delicate shifts of sentiment from uncertainty and admiration through flattery, imitation, loss of self and then frustration in this celebration of selfhood found. Other books mentioned: Suki’s Kimono

Author: Trenton Lee Stewart Illustrator: Carson Ellis Published: 2006 Little, Brown and Co. (on JOMB) ISBN: 0316003956 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Creativity, dexterity, integrity and retentivity are raised to the rank of super-power as four stray eleven year olds battle mind-numbing media, personal misgivings and the elaborate scheming of a mind-sweeping megalomaniac in this puzzle-filled, cleverly hilarious page-turner. You can watch a great little documentary about Carson Ellis s album art fame here.

Author: Terry Carbone Illustrator: Keith DuQuette Published: 1992 Viking Juvenile (on JOMB) ISBN: 0670842273 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Rich, imaginative illustrations and generous, poetic text present an endearing fantasy that leaves us pondering issues of identity, purpose, contentment, control and choice. Other books mentioned: Brave New World You can peek inside this book, here.

Author: Helen Cooper Illustrator: Helen Cooper Published: 1998 Farrar, Straus even in the midst of our gorgeous, long awaited spring.

Author: Aliki (a.k.a. Aliki Liacouras Brandenberg) Illustrator: Aliki Published: 1983 HarperTrophy (on JOMB) ISBN: 0064460509 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Generous illustrations with a fifteenth century flair combine with friendly, accessible narrative to make this well-researched account of the exhaustive preparations and extravagance of a medieval feast an engaging story time favourite.

Author: Elisa Kleven (on JOMB) Illustrator: Elisa Kleven Published: 1997 Tricycle Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 1582462062 Chapters.ca Amazon.com This wonderfully cluttered and sweetly retro story of a sibling s soft struggle for individuality is a heartening celebration of creativity, character and acceptance. More sibling dynamics on JOMB: A Very Unusual Dog Chloë’s Birthday. . . and Me Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big Max’s Words Oh No, Not Ghosts Oliver Has Something to Say! Scribble Suki’s Kimono Up Zelda and Ivy

Author: Elisa Kleven (on JOMB) Illustrator: Elisa Kleven Published: 1997 Tricycle Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 1582462062 Chapters.ca Amazon.com This wonderfully cluttered and sweetly retro story of a sibling s soft struggle for individuality is a heartening celebration of creativity, character and acceptance. More sibling dynamics on JOMB: A Very Unusual Dog Chlo?????s Birthday. . . and Me Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big Max???s Words Oh No, Not Ghosts Oliver Has Something to Say! Scribble Suki???s Kimono Up Zelda and Ivy

Author: Alice Walsh Illustrator: Geoff Butler (on JOMB) Published: 2001 Tundra Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0887765017 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Based on a true story and starring a Newfoundland dog, this suspenseful account of a daring maritime rescue is an inspiring reminder of the resourcefulness, generosity and pluck of an era gone by. You can read more about the Canadian Coast Guard vessel, CGCS Ann Harvey, which was named for one of the young rescuers, here. Other ships and shipwrecks on JOMB: The Killick The Lamp, the Ice and the Boat Called Fish The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell Up Pirate Bob More working dogs on JOMB: Rosie: A Visiting Dog’s Story How Smudge Came You can learn more about Newfoundland Dogs here.

Author: Alice Walsh Illustrator: Geoff Butler (on JOMB) Published: 2001 Tundra Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0887765017 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Based on a true story and starring a Newfoundland dog, this suspenseful account of a daring maritime rescue is an inspiring reminder of the resourcefulness, generosity and pluck of an era gone by. You can read more about the Canadian Coast Guard vessel, CGCS Ann Harvey, which was named for one of the young rescuers, here. Other ships and shipwrecks on JOMB: The Killick The Lamp, the Ice and the Boat Called Fish The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell Up Pirate Bob More working dogs on JOMB: Rosie: A Visiting Dog???s Story How Smudge Came You can learn more about Newfoundland Dogs here.

Author: Andrea Beaty (on JOMB) Illustrator: Pascal Lemaitre Published: 2008 Margaret K. McElderry (on JOMB) ISBN: 1416928200 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Neither glares nor germs nor a principal s rage can squelch the earnest examinations and ridiculous remedies of a well meaning young bear in this cheekily illustrated school yard lark.

Author: Andrea Beaty (on JOMB) Illustrator: Pascal Lemaitre Published: 2008 Margaret K. McElderry (on JOMB) ISBN: 1416928200 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Neither glares nor germs nor a principal s rage can squelch the earnest examinations and ridiculous remedies of a well meaning young bear in this cheekily illustrated school yard lark. Tags:Andrea Beaty, childrens book, Doctor Ted, Pascal Lemaitre, Podcast, reviewAndrea Beaty, childrens book, Doctor Ted, Pascal Lemaitre, Podcast, review

Author: Bill Wise Illustrator: Bill Farnsworth Published: 2007 Lee Low Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 1584302690 Chapters.ca Amazon.com This riveting roller coaster of taunts, talent and tenterhooks relays a true story of suffering and success and invites us to examine the troubling shadow of racism and the resiliency of those who rise above it. Check out the full list of non-fiction picture books nominated for the 2007 Cybils Awards here.

Author: Bill Wise Illustrator: Bill Farnsworth Published: 2007 Lee Low Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 1584302690 Chapters.ca Amazon.com This riveting roller coaster of taunts, talent and tenterhooks relays a true story of suffering and success and invites us to examine the troubling shadow of racism and the resiliency of those who rise above it. Check out the full list of non-fiction picture books nominated for the 2007 Cybils Awards here. Tags:Bill Farnsworth, Bill Wise, childrens book, Louis Sockalexis: Native American Baseball Pioneer, Podcast, reviewBill Farnsworth, Bill Wise, childrens book, Louis Sockalexis: Native American Baseball Pioneer, Podcast, review

Author: Tony Ross (on JOMB) Illustrator: Tony Ross Published: 2004 Andersen Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 1842703382 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Thumps, chomps, head butts and the might of the spunky youngest make this refreshingly ridiculous version of the original Grimm s tale a shockingly fun read. Other books mentioned: Little Wolf Books (on JOMB) You can read a version of the original Grimm s fairy tale here.

Author: Tony Ross (on JOMB) Illustrator: Tony Ross Published: 2004 Andersen Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 1842703382 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Thumps, chomps, head butts and the might of the spunky youngest make this refreshingly ridiculous version of the original Grimm s tale a shockingly fun read. Other books mentioned: Little Wolf Books (on JOMB) You can read a version of the original Grimm s fairy tale here. Tags:childrens book, Mrs Goat and Her Seven Little Kids, Podcast, review, Tony Rosschildrens book, Mrs Goat and Her Seven Little Kids, Podcast, review, Tony Ross

Author: Dorothy Joan Harris Illustrator: Kim LaFave (on JOMB) Published: 2004 Scholastic Canada (on JOMB) ISBN: 0439937183 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Hazy, gold and red, retro artwork and snappy, all-too-familiar bickering make this simple yet surprisingly stirring tale of rivalry and resilience a memorable reminder of a decided route to happiness. Other books mentioned: Suki????????s Kimono More Dogs on JOMB: Good Dog ???????Let????????s Get a Pup!??????? said Kate The Pound from the Hound Poodlena The Trouble with Tilly Trumble The Outside Dog Dogs???????? Night I Want A Dog

Author: Dorothy Joan Harris Illustrator: Kim LaFave (on JOMB) Published: 2004 Scholastic Canada (on JOMB) ISBN: 0439937183 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Hazy, gold and red, retro artwork and snappy, all-too-familiar bickering make this simple yet surprisingly stirring tale of rivalry and resilience a memorable reminder of a decided route to happiness. Other books mentioned: Suki’s Kimono More Dogs on JOMB: Good Dog “Let’s Get a Pup!” said Kate The Pound from the Hound Poodlena The Trouble with Tilly Trumble The Outside Dog Dogs’ Night I Want A Dog Tags:A Very Unusual Dog, childrens book, Dorothy Joan Harris, Kim LaFave, Podcast, reviewA Very Unusual Dog, childrens book, Dorothy Joan Harris, Kim LaFave, Podcast, review

Author: Shirin Yim Bridges Illustrator: Sophie Blackall (on JOMB) Published: 2002 Chronicle Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0811834905 Chapters.ca Amazon.com The hush of dependable peaches and greens gently gives way to a crescendo of red in this thoughtfully unfolding, true story of a young girl with a dream and the patient, respectful cracking of cultural constraints that made her dream come true. You can help make a dream come true today by joining the effort to provide schooling and stability for autistic children in China. To learn more click here.

Author: Shirin Yim Bridges Illustrator: Sophie Blackall (on JOMB) Published: 2002 Chronicle Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0811834905 Chapters.ca Amazon.com The hush of dependable peaches and greens gently gives way to a crescendo of red in this thoughtfully unfolding, true story of a young girl with a dream and the patient, respectful cracking of cultural constraints that made her dream come true. You can help make a dream come true today by joining the effort to provide schooling and stability for autistic children in China. To learn more click here. Tags:childrens book, chinese new year, education, Podcast, review, Rubys Wish, Shirin Yim Bridges, Sophie Blackallchildrens book, chinese new year, education, Podcast, review, Rubys Wish, Shirin Yim Bridges, Sophie Blackall

Author: Kathryn Lasky (on JOMB) Illustrator: David Catrow (on JOMB) Published: 1995 Hyperion (on JOMB) ISBN: 0786811641 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Scowls, gasps and frowns abound in this surprisingly informative yet thoroughly entertaining account of the Audubon Society, its origins and its triumph over the silliness of the dead-bird fashion industry. Other books mentioned: The Ballot Box Battle You can read more about John Audubon s Bird s of America here.

Author: Kathryn Lasky (on JOMB) Illustrator: David Catrow (on JOMB) Published: 1995 Hyperion (on JOMB) ISBN: 0786811641 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Scowls, gasps and frowns abound in this surprisingly informative yet thoroughly entertaining account of the Audubon Society, its origins and its triumph over the silliness of the dead-bird fashion industry. Other books mentioned: The Ballot Box Battle You can read more about John Audubon s Bird s of America here. Tags:childrens book, David Catrow, Kathryn Lasky, Podcast, review, Shes Wearing a Dead Bird on Her Headchildrens book, David Catrow, Kathryn Lasky, Podcast, review, Shes Wearing a Dead Bird on Her Head